George's Fingertips - How to Easily Make Accurate Measurements

George Vondriska

Duration: 4 mins

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You’ve probably seen George lay out woodworking projects using nothing but a pencil and his fingertip. It’s a very fast woodworking technique, and can be very accurate, too. With a little practice and George’s tips on using your fingertips, you can use this woodworking technique, too.

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9 Responses to “George's Fingertips - How to Easily Make Accurate Measurements”

Peter Breinl June 17th, 2022

Great with lots of practice but if the edge is straight I find a square ruler with holes for a fine pencil easier for me
Jim Holland June 17th, 2022

I learned this from my shop teacher about 65 years ago. Been using it ever since.
Joe Rogers June 16th, 2022

Thanks George. I know you make it look easy but with precise, we can all use this! Sooo much easier and quicker than measuring and snapping a line.
keithm February 18th, 2015

My Jr. High shop teacher (ca. 1963) always did the first way.. Coincidentally, his name was Mr. George. For the second way, I typically use a combo square, which I guess makes it a third way. I just find it a bit more accurate and repeatable
R Ward January 29th, 2015

Those are some working mans fingers right there George.
Rose Vigil January 2nd, 2015

learned a new skill tonight.
Mark Rosenwald December 29th, 2014

Been doing it ever since my dad taught me.....around 50 years ago :-)
Trevor December 28th, 2014

Great tips George!
R U Sure December 26th, 2014

Would any splinters though cause problems with these techniques? I presume you would inspect the piece first......Great tips ! Thank you.

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